What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 366?

IPC Section 366 (Kidnapping, abducting or inducing a woman to compel her marriage) corresponds to Section 87 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 87?

Imprisonment up to 10 years, and fine.

Is it bailable and cognizable?

Bailable: No. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Court of Session. Always verify against the bare Act.

IPC → BNS

IPC 366 in BNS: Section 87

Kidnapping, abducting or inducing a woman to compel her marriage

IPC

366

BNS

Bailable: NoCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Kidnapping, abducting or inducing a woman to compel her marriage
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 10 years, and fine.
Triable by: Court of Session

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Sourced & verified

Source: NCRB comparative table. Verified on 2026-07-11. Reference only — not legal advice. Verify against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on it in any filing.

Frequently asked

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 366?: IPC Section 366 (Kidnapping, abducting or inducing a woman to compel her marriage) corresponds to Section 87 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 87?: Imprisonment up to 10 years, and fine.
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: No. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Court of Session. Always verify against the bare Act.

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